Econowind is looking for Product engineers

The position

You are part of a small engineering team responsible for technical design of complete wind propulsion systems. You ensure compliance with technical requirements for wind assisted ship propulsion systems, provided by classification societies, with respect to their stuctural and mechanical design. This function reports to the product manager.   

You will work on the engineering package, strength calculations and standardization of the products of Econowind, including the 16 meter and 30 meter VentoFoil wings.

Who we are
Econowind B.V. is a leading company that focuses on wind propulsion of seagoing vessels. Six years after its establishment, Econowind is leading in the installation of “VentoFoil” sail systems: a wing that works like a sail and saves about 10% fuel on sea-going vessels. We are a small company that expects to grow strongly in the coming years. Customer satisfaction, innovation and ambition are our keywords.

We offer

A fun, flexible, (possibly part-time) job in which you can develop yourself with the development of the company. Econowind operates in the exciting booming market of wind propulsion. With a small but growing team of intrinsically motivated people, we just make it happen. We offer a good salary and working conditions. You will work in a pleasant team of professionals in an informal environment. 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Make technical drawings for commercial use, class approval, flag and owner 
  • Make strength calculation in accordance with appropriate regulations and class standards 
  • Ensure revision control through all drawing packages and drawing changes 
  • Take part in product development projects 

Qualifications and Skills

Required:

  • Shipbuilding engineer / mechanical engineer with experience in the shipbuilding industry 
  • Skilled with drawing in AutoCAD / solid works 
  • Skilled in strength calculations 
  • Clear communicator 
  • Precise 

Preferred:

  • Experience with class approval processes 
  • Experience at an equipment supplier in the maritime industry 
  • Mechanical engineering experience (hydraulic drive & control) 
  • Electical engineering experience (electic drive, control & automation) 

Interested?

Send your application econowind@econowind.nl